A deal with the devil

Chapter 155

Benjamin’s eyes hardened slightly as he glanced at the crowd inside. He paused for a few seconds, then carried Damian in his arms and walked in. Shirley watched his back, biting her Ep in hesitation, and squeezed in after him.

Sabrina’s lips curved into a shy smile, as if expecting a good show to begin

The moment Benjamin stepped inside, the room went silent and everybody stood. Benjamin headed to the far end of the room and sat. Shirley quickly took the seat beside him..

The moment Shirley sat, Benjamin’s sharp gaze landed on her. She pretended not to notice and looked away.

Daniel spotted Shirley and greeted her warmly. “Hi, Shirley! I didn’t expect to see you here.”

Shirley’s gaze fell on Daniel, his dimples deepening as he smiled, and she felt a wave of fondness wash over het.

Benjamin’s deep, cold voice cut through the air. “She won’t

Shirley froze

to embarrass her in front of all these people. However, she had prepared

women in the room exchanged knowing glances. The rumors were true–Shirley had been kicked out, she wouldn’t be Mrs. Blackwood for

about Shirley’s situation, Daniel looked a little awkward after Benjamin’s sharp words. Quickly changing the subject, he asked, “What would you like to drink?” Benjamin didn’t bother answering, but

wine. Then, he grabbed Emily’s hand and walked over. “Ben, this is my girlfriend, Emily Bennett,” he introduced. Shirley was speechless. Daniel clearly had questionable taste

landed on

said, “Hi, Ben

over her. Benjamin shot Emily a cold look and then

Being Daniel’s girlfriend and the host who had invited everyone to the gathering he arranged, she naturally saw herself as the center of attention. She looked at Benjamin and asked with concern, “When

was clearly signing ignorance. What was she trying to do? Shirley stared at Emilly,

was heavy, and Shirley braced herself for another round of